Made from a centuries-old recipe, 70-pound wheels of Comté have been produced since the reign of Charlemagne, when there were no separate entities named France and Switzerland. Comté has the highest production figures of all the French AOC cheeses, as cheese makers work to satisfy the world's hunger for this exceptional cheese.

Although Swiss Gruyere may be better known, the French variety is no less special. Created by local villagers in alpine dairies called "Fruiteries", its milk comes from Montbeliarde and Tachete de L'est cows. Contributing to Comté's unique flavor, morning and evening milkings are mingled before the cheesemaking process. For transforming the milk into curds, the cheesemaker only uses natural ferments to receive the Comte seal. During aging, the curd is cooked, then pressed, with a natural brushed rind that comes from weekly care.

When it comes to acquiring flavour, Comté cannot be hurried. These Reserve wheels are aged for one year, resulting in a sweet and nutty masterpiece with less bite than its counterpart from Switzerland. Distinguished by a black label, this Comté is hand-selected by Entremont, ensuring the highest quality.

Comté has a satiny, ivory-colored body and a scattering of holes the size of a hazelnut. A traditional fondue cheese, Comte can also be shredded, sliced, grated, and chunked, rather than melted. This is not a cheese that always tastes the same. Each round of Comté reveals differences in the composition of its flavor, depending on the micro-region where it was produced, the season, the particular technique of the cheese maker, and the cellar where it was matured. It can always be called upon and never disappoints, whether as a table cheese or in a gratin.

Serve this in a salad with figs, pecans and pistachios for a dinner salad that is out of this world. Also great for dessert with red pears. I could eat this and nothing else.

By IndyMomfrom Indianapolis on Oct 07, 2013

Excellent

The cheese was just what we were hoping for, perfection.

By Janiefrom ARon Jun 23, 2013

My Favorite Cheese

I love this cheese. Every order has a slightly different flavor based on the season. It is smooth, with a slight tang, melts wonderfully, and can be enjoyed in many applications. As is, in mac and cheese, on a sandwich, the list is endless.

By Debrafrom Tampa, FLon Jun 14, 2013

Comte is the best!

A superb cheese delivered promptly by an outstanding company! Nothing makes a better grilled cheese sandwich. And rarely do we experience the excellence in customer service that iGourmet offers consistently. A win-win!!

By Clinton Cavuotifrom Abilene, TXon Jun 12, 2013

excellent

This is just a wonderful cheese with a lot of interesting flavor. It remains our favorite and yours was quite up to task.

By dongiarrussofrom Pgh.,Paon Apr 01, 2013

Comte

I love this cheese!

By Monatanafrom Spokane WAon Mar 16, 2013

All Cheeses Exactly As Described

Fantastic Cheese and Service Very Fast Delivery Highly recommend

By pattroykafrom Atlantaon Jan 15, 2013

Best of the bunch!

This cheese is everything they say and more! We loved it so much we just put it on buttery crackers and ate it that way.

By Georgiafrom Tennesseeon Dec 15, 2012

We love Gruyere!

This is a good melting cheese. We are partial to Gruyere and thought this to be very good.

By Janiefrom Arkansason Dec 08, 2012

I love this cheese

I love this cheese just as a snack, or with crackers. The taste is creamy and slightly tangy, with flowery notes after each bite. I can't seem to get enough!